Patrick Willse
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Patrick Willse
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
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Patrick - Know your guitar teacher
Hello, I am Patrick Willse and I am an active professional performing and recording multi-instrumentalist based in Asheville, North Carolina. I have been teaching guitar and electric bass for the past 15 years, I am more than capable of teaching all aspects of Guitar, Bass, Music Theory. Specializing in classical and flamenco fingerstyle technique and slap bass technique, I can share my expertise with all ages and skill levels, from children to adults, beginners to advanced players alike. I teach a wide variety of styles of music, Classical, Rock, Blues and more with a focus toward reading notation and understanding theory, scales, and modes in the language of Jazz. With a particular eye toward a student based teaching style, I craft my lessons toward each students' wants, goals, and needs. Let's strum our way to musical excellence together!
Your guitar teacher expertise
Ear training
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Songs and Repertoire
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Music theory
Guitar Techniques
Fingerstyle
Guitar for beginners
Learner for guitar lessons
Adults
Beginners
Advanced
Kids
Intermediate
Guitar lessons quick guide
I specialize in teaching guitar and bass to a diverse range of hundreds of students, ranging from children to adults of every skill level. I rely on a student-based teaching approach which incorporates the creative application of music theory and reading to foster a stronger relationship between the student and this beautiful thing that is music. I personalize lesson instruction using tech tools like DAWs, notation, and chord diagram apps to enhance learning both online and offline. My tailored curriculum follow IB standards, ensuring a comprehensive musical education. My methodology strength lies in creative yet practical application, fostering a deep understanding of music, and nurturing the lifelong passion for playing guitar or bass. I strongly believe that the concepts of patience, practice, and persistence are key to learning any instrument and cultivate the difference between practice and play.
Fun and relaxed guitar classes
90% Students enjoy learning without feeling pressured
Boosts confidence in shy learners
88% parents notice improved self-esteem and stage presence
Customized guitar classes for every level
Beginners to advanced players feel the pace suits their needs
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Classical Guitar
Bass Guitar
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
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10 day Refund
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Guitar concepts taught by Patrick
The Student and Tutor extensively discussed guitar solo construction, fretboard patterns (boxes and the highway pattern), and chord voicings. They analyzed specific song elements and practiced techniques for efficient chord transitions and playing and singing simultaneously, with plans to review new exercises for pentatonic play and practice "Somebody Got Murdered."
Guitar Solo Phrasing and Development
Vocal and Instrumental Synchronization
Chord Voicings and Four-String Density
Guitar Tone: Signal Chain and Harmonic Content
Pentatonic Scale Boxes and the Highway Pattern
The Tutor and Student reviewed guitar concepts including music reading, modes of the major scale, and chord extensions. They practiced identifying and playing various modes and discussed how to incorporate modal ideas into pentatonic playing to create richer sounds. The student planned to focus on ingraining the major scale and exploring its modal variations.
Rhythm and Timing in Guitar Playing
Understanding Guitar Modes
Chord Extensions and Alterations
Integrating Modes with Pentatonics
The tutor and student focused on guitar practice, including working on a specific song, practicing scales, and performing a chromatic exercise with a metronome. They also introduced foundational music theory concepts like intervals and arpeggios, and discussed techniques for chord playing and transitioning between them.
Chord Voicings and Transformations
Tuning Stability: Tune Upwards
Music Theory: Intervals and Arpeggios
Muting Techniques
Time Signatures and Groove
The Tutor and Student reviewed guitar techniques, focusing on the "Moorish Dance" piece, E7 chords, and dominant seventh theory. They also discussed fretboard note identification, musical positions, and different approaches to learning guitar, with plans to continue practicing these concepts.
Tremolo Plucking Technique
Aspect Blindness and Musical Perception
Guitar Chord Diagrams and Finger Placement
The Importance of Knowing Notes on the Fretboard
Dominant Seven Chords
The student and tutor worked on foundational music theory concepts, including the diatonic scale and its historical context, and practical guitar techniques. They practiced the G major scale, a chromatic warm-up exercise, and began learning chords and smooth transitions through the song "Knockin' on Heaven's Door." The plan is to continue practicing the song with varying levels of rhythmic complexity in future sessions.
Chromatic Warm-up and Finger Dexterity
Music Theory as Explanation and Practice
Chord Voicings and Smooth Transitions
The Diatonic Scale (Ionian Mode)
The session involved a guitar lesson where the tutor and student explored advanced arpeggio techniques, chord voicings, and fretboard visualization for lead playing. They discussed various guitar setups and techniques, and planned to focus on developing a consistent practice routine and applying learned concepts to musical pieces.
Guitar Setup & Maintenance
Musical Phrasing & Expression
Fretboard Visualization & Chord Shapes
String Selection & Rhythmic Pumping
Learning tools used in guitar classes
PDF Sheet Music
DAWs
Looping Pedals
Backing Track Libraries
Chord Diagram Apps
Engaging guitar lessons
Parent feedback
Open Q&A
Record lessons
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